An Taibhdhearc

Taibhdhearc na Gaillimhe, also referred to as An Taidhbhearc (pronounced 'on tive-yark') is Ireland's national language theatre which opened in 1928, and, as such, is the oldest theatre still in operation in Galway. An Taibhdhearc has provided a continued outlet for Irish language playwrights and has hosted some of Ireland's most recognised actors in over 80 years of existence and is one the country's artistic and cultural institutes.

Baboró

Baboró is a brand new festival for children and young people which will be held in Galway, Ireland each year from October 1997. It will feature lots of theatre, music, exhibitions and literary events. It will be an international arts festival with no adults allowed! (well, maybe just a few). It will be, above all, great fun!

Backstage Ireland

Backstage students come together for three hours each week and during that time they participate in three different workshops, ranging from Drama to Comedy. They are grouped by age and experience and the workshops are led by a team of experienced, qualified staff who are highly regarded in the business. Backstage is not a franchise, and the team of staff remains constant so that students build up a rapport with them throughout the year. Backstage has been operating for the past ten years and has built up a reputation for the excellence of it's work with young people. We do not hold auditions for places, as we see our role as working with students who are interested in the work rather than selecting 'the best'. We work with our students to help them reach their potential. Places are filled on a first come, first served basis.

Croi Productions

Croi Theatre Company was established in Galway 2008 and is dedicated to the discovery, development and production of new dramatic works for the Irish and international stage. As well as developing and commissioning a range of innovative new writing,our name Croi which means 'Heart' in Irish reflects our passion to present the highest level of artistic excellence and our intent to extend our reach and reputation across Ireland. We are committed to delivering excellence in our productions and to better understand you-our audience so we can continue to satisfy and to entertain you. Our desire is to touch more lives through quality live theatre.

Cups and Crowns

Cups and Crowns, an educational theatre company, is committed to creating an environment where young people have the freedom to explore their imagination, while developing their creativity and expression.

Druid Theatre Company

Founded in 1975, Druid was the first professional theatre company in Ireland outside Dublin and is universally recognised as one of the pioneers of the modern cultural development of Ireland in the last three decades.

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Galway Arts Centre

Galway Arts Centre's main aims and objectives are to encourage and nurture all forms of artistic activity, to facilitate emerging artists and arts groups, to heighten awareness of the arts via its education programme, to provide access to its facilities for all sectors of the community, to operate a non-exclusive pricing structure and to enhance the quality of civic life.

Galway Arts Festival

Galway City Museum

The Museum is a spacious, modern building, situated in the heart of Galway city on the banks of the River Corrib and overlooking the famous Spanish Arch. It houses a variety of permanent and touring exhibitions representing Galway's rich archaeology, heritage and history.

Galway Film Fleadh

The Galway Film Fleadh - Ireland's leading film festival, is a six day international film event held every July and welcomes a mad diversity of filmmaking from around the world. The Fleadh is very much a filmmakers' festival, and attracts directors, actors, cinematographers and artists of all generations and cultural backgrounds, who present their work before their peers.

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Moonfish Theatre

Moonfish Theatre was founded in 2006 in Galway and is co-directed by Ionia and Mairéad Ní Chróinín. Moonfish Theatre Company is a new, Galway-based, international theatre company, committed to the production of high-quality, accessible theatre on the national and international stage. Moonfish are a bi-lingual theatre company and their next project, 'Namhaid Don Phobal' will be a co-production with An Taibhdhearc, Ireland's Irish-language National Theatre. 'Namhaid Don Phobal', the Irish translation of Ibsen's 'An Enemy of the People', will premiere in Galway in March 2009.

Music For Galway

Music for Galway was established in 1981 with the aim of presenting world-class performances of a wide range of music to west of Ireland audiences. The programme runs from September to May providing a happy convergence of music, performance and listening.

Performing Arts School Galway

The Performing Arts School Galway was founded in september 1992 and has become well known as one of the highest and well respected schools of its time, providing the very best standard of professional training, giving all students the chance to reach their full potential.

StageSchool Ireland

StageSchool Ireland offers high quality training at the weekend in dance, drama and singing and attracts students from all over the city and surrounding areas. They offer a safe environment where children can receive quality arts education to complement school. Students of all ages and abilities are welcome. Many children join with no previous experience and all that is required is that they are enthusiastic and keen to learn. StageSchool students thrive in an environment where creativity is nurtured and technique and style are developed each week. These are skills for life! Performance opportunities are offered at the school twice a year. One takes the form of a demonstration of classwork, whilst the other is a set piece on stage in a local theatre. For those who just love to perform, there are additional opportunities in the year for charity, film, theatre and television. The school also offers Clapperboard Junior Film School for students interested in film making and an advanced residential summer course, Teenage Stage International Summer School. Guaranteed small class sizes. Limited availability. Arts education for the next generation!

Trading Faces

Trading Faces Stage school, established in 1993, to give young talent the opportunity to explore performance skills for stage in acting, singing and dancing, in a fun environment. Each year the students produce two musicals in the town hall theatre.

Trading Faces Film School was set up in 2006, focusing on acting for screen. Each year students collaborate with directors to create, film and act in short films. This year (2012) 'Love at First Sight' was chosen as the winner of the Junior Film Fleadh.

Trading Faces Casting Agency, established in 1998 provides professional representation for young people on television, film, stage and radio. It's a one stop shop linking casting directors and actors, with the performer's interest in mind.